Google Tests New Search Notes Button

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Google is revamping its search experience by testing a new, smaller "Add Note" button directly integrated into search results. This feature, initially launched last November, helps users annotate their searches with ease. The new design, revealed through screenshots by Khushal Bherwani, shows a compact notebook icon with a plus sign. This aims to encourage users to jot down thoughts or reminders tied to search queries without leaving the results page. Such an enhancement is part of Google's broader push to streamline productivity features for its users. \

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Meanwhile, Google is also making strides in integrating its note-taking feature into its broader Chrome browser ecosystem. The Side Panel in Chrome, designed for quick access to bookmarks, history, and the reading list, now includes a sticky note option. This allows users to attach notes directly to web pages they visit. Available in the Chrome Canary version, this feature can be enabled through developer flags. The side panel can also be resized for convenience, ensuring that the notes feature is intuitive and unobtrusive​.

In addition to the search improvements, Google unveiled significant enhancements for Chromecast at CES 2024. These upgrades include improved connectivity between devices like Pixel phones and the Pixel Tablet, casting TikTok videos to TVs, and expanding Chromecast support to new LG TV models. This push aims to foster seamless media sharing, allowing users to transfer media between devices effortlessly​.

These updates reflect Google's continuous innovation in simplifying and enhancing user experience across its services.